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Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
Every Mon.–Fri. (different locations). Performances by U-M carillon faculty and students. The carillons are open to visitors during the recitals; earplugs recommended. For a complete schedule see smtd.umich.edu/events. Noon, Burton Tower, 230 N. Ingalls & 1:20 p.m., Lurie Tower, 1230 Murfin, North Campus. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
Every Tues., Wed., & Sun. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different Fleet Feet locations. Rain or shine. 7 a.m. (Tues.) & 8 a.m. (Sun.), Dozer Coffee, 112 Jackson Plaza, and 7 p.m. (Wed.), Fleet Feet, 123 E. Liberty. Free. (734) 929–9022 (Sun. & Tues.) & (734) 769–5016 (Wed.). fleetfeet.com.
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“Move and Groove”: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org or calling.
Move and Groove (Wed. through Dec. 18, 9:30–10:15 a.m.). Free. Call to register.
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“Healthy Living Talks”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
2401 Plymouth Rd. Talks for seniors. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events at michmed.org/tswp. (734) 998–9353, tswp.info@umich.edu.
“Mental Health 101” (Oct. 23, 10-11:30 a.m.).
“Healthier Gut and Digestion: Kitchen Clinic” (Oct. 21, 10–11 a.m.), $10, preregistration required at (734) 883–7513.
“Using the U-M Patient Portal” (Oct. 10, 10–11:30 a.m.).
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“Mind Matters Brain Games”: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org or calling.
Mind Matters Brain Games (Wed. 10–11 a.m.) via Zoom at bit.ly/a2-senior-mind. $2; members, free.
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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
Every Sat. & Sun., Sept. 7–Oct. 27 and Wed.–Fri., Sept. 18–Oct. 25. A carnival atmosphere with a variety of family-oriented fall activities on this family farm. Wagon rides, a petting farm, a corn maze, and more. An apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available Sat. & Sun. for an extra charge. Cider and donuts available. No pets. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.) & 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (Wed.–Fri.), Wiard’s Orchards, 5565 Merritt Rd. (east of Carpenter), Ypsilanti. Weekend admission: $26.50 (babies under 2, free). Weekday admission: $18 (babies, free) online only at wiards.com. (734) 482–7744.
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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
Every Wed.–Sun. through Oct. 27. A carnival atmosphere with a variety of family-oriented fall activities on this family farm. Wagon rides, a petting farm, a corn maze, and more. An apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available Sat. & Sun. for an extra charge. Cider and donuts available. No pets. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (Wed.–Fri.) & 11 a.m.–6 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Wiard’s Orchards, 5565 Merritt Rd. (east of Carpenter), Ypsilanti. Weekend admission: $26.50 (babies under 2, free). Weekday admission: $18 (babies, free) online only at wiards.com. (734) 482–7744.
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL. Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings. Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m., except Oct. 14 & 28), Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except Oct. 29), Westgate (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except Oct. 30), and Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m.). Free.
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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
Every Mon.–Fri. (different times): Preschool Storytimes: AADL. Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m., except Oct. 14 & Thurs. 11 a.m., except Oct. 31), Downtown (Tues. 11 a.m.), Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m., except Oct. 29 & Wed. 10:30 a.m., except Oct. 30), Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m., except Oct. 31), and Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.). Free.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Tues.–Sun. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s Nature Lab and Micro Worlds Lab to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. Schedule subject to change. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.
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Ann Arbor Planning Open House: City of Ann Arbor
Learn about and give input on these city planning efforts:
– the Ann Arbor Comprehensive Plan
– the Downtown Area Circulation Study
– the DDA Development Plan
The open house will be held at the Downtown Public Library. Walk in any time between 11am and 7pm. Presentations will take place at 12:30pm and 6pm.
Ann Arbor District Library: Downtown, 343 S 5th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 ,Ann Arbor. Free. plan.a2gov.org/plan24
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play one of 200 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime’s numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Kids welcome. Noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. ofglobal@aol.com.
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Noon Lecture Series: Kempf House Museum
Oct. 2, 9, 16, & 23.
Oct. 2: “The Story of Jiffy Mix and the Company that Makes It.” Chelsea Milling Co. CEO Howard “Howdy” Holmes discusses the history of his company.
Oct. 9: “Following the Thread of a Family’s Sin, Shame, and Relocation.” Fiction writer Mary Lane tells the story of her 4th-great grandmother in colonial New England, on which she based a historical novel.
Oct. 16: “One Man’s Passion for Trains, Both Real & Model.” Lifelong railroad enthusiast and Ann Arbor Railroad Club member Fabian Beltran discusses his passion for trains and displays some of his model railroad collection.
Oct. 23: “How an 1849 Performance of Macbeth Sparked New York’s Shakespeare Riots.” Theater historian Kevin Peshick exams what led to a historic 36-hour class riot of the Bowery Boys against the aristocrats of Astor Place.
Noon–1 p.m., Kempf House, 312 S. Division. Free; donations accepted. kempfhousemuseum.org, (734) 994–4898.
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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
Activities: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events at michmed.org/tswp. (734) 998–9353, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Tai-Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12–12:30 p.m.), online.
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Talks: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Senior-focused talks. Free. Preregistration required by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or mfulton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250.
Oct. 2 (noon–1 p.m.): “Reducing Your Risk for Dementia.”
Oct. 3 (1:30–4 p.m.): “European River Journey from Budapest to Amsterdam: Travels with George Jabol” slide show and talk.
Oct. 9 (9:30 or 10:30 a.m.): “Care Management by Natalie: Senior Support.” Preregistration required.
Oct. 16 (noon–1 p.m.): “Aging in Place.”
Oct. 23 (noon–1 p.m.): “Comparing Medical Plans.”
Oct. 24 (2 p.m.): “Tech Heists.” Preregistration required.
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“Walking Off the Pounds”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
Activities: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events at michmed.org/tswp. (734) 998–9353, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Walking off the Pounds (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m.), online.
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Coral Reef Tank Visit: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Fri. & Wed. (except Oct. 2). U-M biology professor Jim Bardwell leads a 30-minute tour of his lab’s large coral reef tank featuring many species of coral, anemone, and fish. Age 6 and up. 12:30 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Same-day sign-up at the welcome desk. (734) 764–0478.
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“Grounded”: Fathom Events
Fathom Events. (734) 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomevents.com/events and at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
Oct. 19 & 23: “Grounded.” Live (Sat.) and prerecorded (Wed.) broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera’s premiere of Tony Award–winning composer Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera about a hot shot fighter pilot whose unplanned pregnancy takes her out of the cockpit and lands her in Las Vegas, operating a Reaper drone halfway around the world. $24. 1 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. (Sun., Ann Arbor 20 only).
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“LGBTQ+ Pride Chat”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
Activities: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events at michmed.org/tswp. (734) 998–9353, tswp.info@umich.edu.
LGBTQ+ Pride Chat (Oct. 9 & 23, 1–3 p.m.).
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Scrabble: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org or calling.
Scrabble (Wed. 1:30–3 p.m.). $2; members, free.
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“Constraints on Quantum Gravity”: U-M Physics Department Ta-You Wu Lecture
Cal Tech & University of Tokyo physics professor Hiroshi Ooguri discusses recent approaches to reconciling contradictions in superstring theory. 3–4 p.m., Rackham Amphitheatre. Free. (734) 764–4437.
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“Office Christmas Party, Grinch in Fight with Rudolph, Police Called”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., Sept. 26–Dec. 22. Purple Rose founder Jeff Daniels directs the premiere of his comedy about an office Christmas party that goes wrong when 2 employees dressed as the Christmas-stealing Grinch and red-nosed reindeer Rudolph disagree over where to clap along on “Silent Night.” When a video of this non-brawl goes viral, internet followers offer the two non-violent coworkers $100,000 to livestream a staged rematch. Adult language and subject matter. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., except Sept. 26, & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $30–$50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org & by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. (734) 433–7673.
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“Disillusioned: Five Families and the Unraveling of America’s Suburbs”: U-M Ford School of Public Policy
Philadelphia-based freelance journalist Benjamin Herold, who grew up in one of the suburbs spotlighted in his new book, discusses it with Michigan Environmental Council president & CEO Conan Smith and U-M sociology professors Alexandra Murphy, Mo Torres, and Karyn Lacy. 4–6 p.m., Weill Hall, Annenberg Auditorium, 735 S. State. Free, but preregistration required at fordschool.umich.edu/events, fspp-events@umich.edu.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice
Every Mon.–Thurs., except Oct. 14 & 15. The U-M’s highly disciplined 200-plus-member marching band or sections thereof can be seen and heard practicing on the new Elbel Field, across the street from the old one. All welcome to find a spot in the bleachers and get a sneak preview of upcoming halftime shows. Rehearsals usually last 1–2 hours. 4:45 p.m., new Elbel Field, Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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Board Game Night: Bløm Mead + Cider
Every Wed. All invited to play popular board games. “Board Game Guru” on hand to answer questions. Use provided games or bring your own. 5–10 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
Every Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG).
Mon. (6:30 p.m.): Just Another Modern Monday. Powerful cards for experienced players, with prizes. $10.
Tues. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Pauper. A fun and fast format for all skill levels. $5.
Wed. (5 p.m.): Casual Commander. The most popular form of the game. Free.
Wed. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Standard Showdown. Play with competitive tournament rules. $10.
Fri. (6:30 p.m.): Friday Night Magic. Cost varies.
Sat. (6 p.m.): Casual Commander Pods. For groups of 4 players. Free.
Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. sylvanfactory.com, (734) 929–5877.
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West Side Ride: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Every Wed. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 10 to 30 miles, along the B2B Trail to Hudson Mills Metropark and/or Dexter-Huron Metropark with a possible visit to the Dexter Dairy Queen. This ride is a favorite with newcomers and casual riders. 5 p.m. sharp, meet at Forest Lawn Cemetery parking lot, corner of Broad & Grand, Dexter. Free. (734) 426–5116.
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“Contemporary Ukrainian Poetry”: Ann Arbor District Library
Acclaimed Ukrainian poet Marianna Kiyanovska reads her poetry accompanied by live English translations by Ukrainian-born translator Alex Averbuch. Followed by a conversation between Kiyanovska and Averbuch on Ukraine’s history and multicultural identity. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Nature Walks”: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Oct. 6, 16, 20, 23, 27, & 30. Walks led by Matthaei naturalists.
Oct. 6 (1 p.m.): “Fall Seeds and Fruits.”
Oct. 16 (5:30 p.m.) & Oct. 20 (1 p.m.): “Noticing Nature.”
Oct. 23 (5:30 p.m.) & Oct. 27 (1 p.m.): “Powerful Plants.”
Oct. 30 (5:30 p.m.): “Spooky Creatures.” Kids must be accompanied by an adult.
Dress for the weather. Arrival 15 minutes early recommended. Various times, Matthaei lobby, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. Preregistration required (space limited) at mbgna.umich.edu/events, (734) 647–7600.
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Letterpress Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
Oct. 2, 12, & 23 (different times). All adults invited to learn the basics of letterpress printing with movable type. Participants use wood type, handset lead type & ornaments, and learn how to hand ink and print using a Vandercook cylinder press. 5:30–7:30 p.m. (Oct. 2 & 23) & 2–4 p.m. (Oct. 12), AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“All About Moss”: Ann Arbor Bonsai Society
Talk by Frederik Meijer Gardens (Grand Rapids) horticulturist Ted Bentley. 6–9 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free admission; metered parking. aabonsaisociety@gmail.com.
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“Inside the Olfactory Mind of Domestic Cats”: Ann Arbor District Library Smell & Tell
Local writer and fragrance expert Michelle Krell Kydd leads a guided smelling of different scents regularly encountered by cats. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“One Nation, Divergent Views”: U-M Ford School of Public Policy/Wallace House
Panel discussion about the 2024 presidential election with New York Times opinion columnists Bret Stephens and Lydia Polgreen, ABC News contributor María Elena Salinas, and U-M political science professor Vince Hutchings, and WDET-FM Detroit Today host Stephen Henderson. 6 p.m., Rackham Auditorium. Free, but preregistration required at tinyurl.com/um-wallace-10-23-24, fspp-events@umich.edu, fordschool.umich.edu/events.
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Battle for the Houses 2024: Ronald McDonald House
This pre-U-M/MSU rivalry game fundraiser features a panel discussion with former MSU football player Todd Duckett and former U-M football player Mike Martin. Preceded by VIP tours of the new U-M football locker room. A benefit for Ronald McDonald House, which provides lodging for out-of-town families whose children are being treated at area hospitals. 6 p.m., U-M Golf Course. Tickets $100 (VIP, $200) in advance only at rmhcannarbor.org. (734) 552–4692.
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Drop-In Knitting: Spun
Every Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.) & 1–3 p.m. (Sun.), Spun, 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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Fill‘er Up—With Sunshine!: Evenings with OLLI (U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute).
U-M Solar Car Team members discuss their experiences preparing for and racing in this summer’s 2024 American Solar Challenge from Nashville, TN to Casper, WY. Light refreshments at 5:30 p.m. 6–7:30 p.m., Kellogg Eye Center Auditorium, 1000 Wall St. $20 (members, $12). Membership, $35 a year. (734) 998–9351.
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Stuttering Support Group: UM Speech Neurophysiology Lab
This Stuttering Support Group is open to any teens and adults who stutter. It provides a safe space to connect, share experiences, and navigate challenges with one another. This month, we’ll welcome special guest, Dr. Scott Yaruss, a speech-language pathologist and stuttering research from MSU.
Date: Fourth Wednesday of every month
Time: 6:00p.m.–7:30p.m.
Location: 3rd Floor Freespace, Ann Arbor District Library – Downtown
Attendees can also join virtually if they prefer. Please email cwsbrains@umich.edu to request the link to join.
This group meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month at the same time and place.
Hosted by the Ann Arbor Stuttering Awareness and Research Club (A2STAR) in collaboration with the U-M Speech Neurophysiology Lab. The group is facilitated by students from the University of Michigan who stutter.
Ann Arbor District Library Downtown, 343 South 5th Avenue ,Ann Arbor. Free. cwsbrains@umich.edu https://chang.lab.medicine.umich.edu/resources (734) 926-8775.
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“Grounded”: Fathom Events
Fathom Events. (734) 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomevents.com/events and at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
Oct. 19 & 23: “Grounded.” Live (Sat.) and prerecorded (Wed.) broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera’s premiere of Tony Award–winning composer Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera about a hot shot fighter pilot whose unplanned pregnancy takes her out of the cockpit and lands her in Las Vegas, operating a Reaper drone halfway around the world. $24. 1 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. (Sun., Ann Arbor 20 only).
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“Science Café: Disinformation, Social Media, and Elections”: U-M Museum of Natural History/Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub
U-M communication professor Ariel Hasell and law professor Barbara McQuade, author of Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America, lead a discussion about the impact of disinformation and bias in social media and other sources and how to counteract it. Bring questions. Hors d’oeuvres at 6. 6:30–8 p.m., Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main St. Free, but drink purchases encouraged. Seating limited, so come early. (734) 764–0478.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
Every Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG).
Mon. (6:30 p.m.): Just Another Modern Monday. Powerful cards for experienced players, with prizes. $10.
Tues. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Pauper. A fun and fast format for all skill levels. $5.
Wed. (5 p.m.): Casual Commander. The most popular form of the game. Free.
Wed. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Standard Showdown. Play with competitive tournament rules. $10.
Fri. (6:30 p.m.): Friday Night Magic. Cost varies.
Sat. (6 p.m.): Casual Commander Pods. For groups of 4 players. Free.
Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. sylvanfactory.com, (734) 929–5877.
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“An Evening of Poetry and Written Word”: Crazy Wisdom Poetry Circle
Reading (via Zoom) by featured readers of the Crazy Wisdom Poetry Circle Kathlene Barrett, Nicole Birkett, Shutta Crum, David Jibson, Markland Lloyd, Edward Morin, and Lessa Perrin. Followed by open mic. For guidelines, see cwcircle.poetry.blog/poetry-workshop-guidelines. 7–8:30 p.m. (sign-up for new participants begins at 6:45 p.m.), for URL email cwpoetrycircle@gmail.com. Free. (734) 668–7523.
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“The Sages of Ann Arbor”: Crazy Wisdom Bookstore Salon Series
Oct. 10 & 23. Lectures, readings, and discussions with local luminaries.
Oct. 10: Compassionate Communication of Ann Arbor founder Lisa Gottlieb, who co-founded Selma Café, on “Nonviolent Communication.”
Oct. 23: Meditation teacher and founder of Ann Arbor’s Deep Spring Center Barbara Brodsky and her son, bestselling author, filmmaker, and creator of FOUND Magazine Davy Rothbart, who has appeared on NPR’s This American Life, on “Presence, Kindness, and Freedom.”
7–9 p.m., Crazy Wisdom, 114 S. Main, upstairs. Free. crazywisdom.net, billz@crazywisdom.net.
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Ann Arbor Bridge Club
Every Wed. (except Oct. 16). All invited to play friendly, competitive ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner if you can, or call in advance or arrive 20 minutes early if you can’t. Call before coming to check that the game is being held. 7–10:30 p.m., Walden Hills clubhouse, 2114 Pauline east of Maple. (Park in the designated spaces in the lot on the north side of Pauline.) $6 per person. (734) 945–6021.
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Bluegrass Jam Circle: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Oct. 9 & 23. All musicians age 18 and up invited to bring their acoustic instruments to play bluegrass-style music. Vocalists welcome. In case of either very warm or wet weather, please call by 3 p.m. 7–9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. $5. (734) 794–6250.
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Kerrytown Crafters
Every Wed. All crocheters, knitters, spinners, weavers, sewers, and other crafters invited to work on their own projects with others, via Zoom. Questions welcome, help available. 7 p.m. or so, for URL join facebook.com/groups/ktcrafters. Free. (734) 926–8863.
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“Comedy Jamm”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
Every Wed. Performances by up to 12 aspiring and established area stand-up comics. Alcohol is served. Doors open at 6:30. 7:15 p.m., 212 S. Fourth Ave. $5 in advance at aacomedy.com; $6 at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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“Wednesday Night Swing”: Ann Arbor Swing Dance Association
Every Wed. Lindy Hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, and Balboa dancing to music spun by DJs. No partner needed. Wear comfortable low-grip shoes. Preceded at 6:30 p.m. by a free beginner lesson. 7:30–9:30 p.m., locations TBA at swingannarbor.com/calendar. $5 (free for members).
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David Cross: Live Nation
Best known from his role as Tobias Fünke in the hit sitcom Arrested Development, this stand-up comic specializes in irreverently raunchy, often absurdist takes on a wide range of topics. In his most recent stand-up special, Worst Daddy in the World, Cross muses on his experience as a new parent, middle age, service animals on airplanes, European vacations, and other subjects. Opener: Sean Patton, a New Orleans–bred actor-comedian known for his irreverent, politically incorrect, but affectionate stories exploring the incorrigible comedy of human behavior. 7:30 p.m., Michigan Theater. Tickets $50 (plus fees) in advance at ticketmaster.com & (if available) at the door.
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Depot Town Open Mic Comedy Night
Every Wed. Stand-up comedy open mic emceed by local comic Lisa Green. All age 18 & up welcome to come listen, or, starting at 7 p.m., sign up for 5-minute sets. 7:30–10:30 p.m., 734 Brewing Company, 15 E. Cross, Ypsilanti. Free. (734) 340–3468.
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Open Rehearsal: The Arbor Consort
Every Wed. All singers invited to rehearse with this semi-professional a cappella ensemble that performs Renaissance and Victorian-era music in period dress. The official madrigal group of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Dixboro United Methodist Church, 5221 Church St. Free. thearborconsort.org.
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